Fixic Freestyle Adhesive Patch 25 PCS – Good for Libre 1, 2, 3 & Plus – Enlite – Guardian – NO Glue in The Center of The Patch – Pre-Cut Back Paper – Long Fixation for Your Sensor! (Pink)

I use the libre 3 continuous glucose monitors. The first two times I wore them they both fell off in 5 to 6 days. The adhesive surface is just not enough for the size of the monitor, and the adhesive does not seem aggressive enough. After doing some reading, it is evident that this is a common problem, and the solution is an over bandage such as the FixiC. As I searched through Amazon, I found that many of these products had poor reviews. It seemed that there were two brands that got mostly favorable reviews: FixiC and SkinGrip. Both seemed to have very similar ratings, so I went with FixiC mostly because it was a little less expensive. Neither brand is cheap, but when you consider both the cost of the CGM and the hassle and aggravation of having a device come off early, it seems well worth the cost to use an over bandage. In order to make a fair comparison, I also ordered a free sample from Skingrip that set me back $.99 for shipping. I used each patch consecutively for the full 14 days that the CGM is designed to remain attached. In the heads up comparison, I can say that both performed more or less the same. Both stayed in place for the full duration. I should add that I used Skin Tac adhesive barrier wipes prior to installing the CGM and over bandage each time. I did not try either over bandage without the use of Skin Tac. It seems that most of the highly favorable reviews, and the ones from longtime CGM users, recommended the use of Skin Tac. Although either may have performed as well without it, I feel that prepping the skin with it makes for a much better bond. I saw no reason to run a trial without it, and, for previously mentioned reasons, it seems well worth it to use every time. That said, both brands adhered extremely well. Each has some slight advantages and slight disadvantages over the other, neither of which would sway me largely in one direction or the other. The FixiC brand sticks very well. The adhesive is quite tacky, especially after using Skin Tac. Compared to the other brand, FixiC seems to be a slightly softer, more flexible, and more natural feeling fabric. It’s listed as being 100% cotton, which likely explains why it feels that way. The weave also seems slightly more open. Because of this, the FixieC brand seemed to absorb water quite easily into the fabric. However, this did not seem to in any way affect the adhesion of the product, or the operation of the CGM. I simply patted it dry while toweling off, and the fabric seemed to dry fairly quickly. I worked out with this brand, showered daily, and was not overly cautious of it in general. I did bump my CGM several times while wearing the over patches. They stayed firmly in place. I included a photo of this brand, so that you can see not only the size in comparison to the Libre 3 that it is installed over, but also what it looked like on day 14, at the end of the use cycle. There was only slight fraying on the edges, and it just beginning to lift on the bottom edge. I thought the product delivered exactly as promised, and did an exceptionally good job. I also prefer that this brand has the availability of no adhesive in the center. I did have to remove one CGM that failed to pair with my phone immediately after installation, and I was using the other brand at that time. Not only was it extremely difficult to remove, but if, for some reason, I had to remove the over bandage, but wanted to keep the CGM in place, it would have been essentially impossible to do with an over bandage that had adhesive in the center, keeping it stuck to the device. My preference here is for the FixiC brand. At the end of the 14 days, it was time for everything to come off. Again, having read what others had to say, I opted to order and use Micro-Scientific Goo Gone, which works extremely well, and I highly recommend it. The adhesive on the FixiC patch was overall still quite firmly attached to my skin. This is a time where the FixiC brand works slightly better. What I did was remove the cap on the adhesive remover, then put the mouth of the bottle, pushed firmly up against the over bandage and my skin, and just tipped it up to soak the bandage. I did not pour it, but simply held the bottle in place, while the bandage soaked up the adhesive remover. Because of the slightly more absorbent nature of the FixiC fabric versus its competitor, it absorbed the adhesive remover more easily, and allowed it to pass through to the adhesive more quickly. I simply let the saturated over bandage sit for about 30 seconds, and it peeled right off! Very easy and no hassle. As the fabric is a bit thicker and slicker on the other brand, it might be the way to go if a person is a competing athlete, or does a lot of physical activity with minimal clothing. Maybe. Otherwise, I find the FixiC brand to perform equally as well, feels more natural, breathes better, absorb adhesive remover more easily, and is slightly less expensive. Plus, you can get this variety pack with a whole bunch of cool colors! Although I can’t knock its competition, I find that FixiC wins overall. When I get low on my over bandages, I will definitely be re-ordering FixiC.

I must say this type of material does not irritate my skin at all, and I can wear for the full 7 days which is wonderful in the shower and in water and stays on. I have very sensitive skin The only disadvantage of these ones is it’s hard to get them on evenly even when looking in a mirror as when I use the clear ones it’s much easier to place them in the center of my sensor but these are my go to patches now, especially in the summer so I don’t have people asking me what is on my arm

Like: it fits over Libre3 sending units easily. Getting wet doesn’t cause it to release— it will just dry out.Dislike: Needs someone to help put it on. Not a do-it-by-yourself item. Abbott suggests putting these type patches on when you first install the sending unit. My experience is that even with Stictac there is no certainty that the sending unit will stay on for 14 days as is advertised. Neither will this patch . So I put on the Libre3 sending unit with Stictac and after 7 days I have someone apply this patch over the sending unit. Even though it starts curling up on the edges it still stays on and keeps the Libre3 sending unit from falling out.

I have used multiple brands of CGM sensor protectors/covers. All of the others have really irritated my skin, these do not. These also last about 10-12 days before they start coming off. Others lasted 5-7 days. Usually I can get by the first day or two without a cover, then the adhesive that comes on the sensors starts to release. I apply one of these and it covers the sensor until it is time to change it. Good colors, works through showers, stays in place, no skin irritation. Overall, I like this product more than several of the others out there.

These don't hold as good as you might expect. They should add a hole for moisture to escape. They only hold a day or two on my arm.

I had to be non weight baring (right foot) for 3 months following a procedure. I developed a really thick callous on the ball of my foot from pivoting only on that side. The callous cracked and bled. I was able yo find this absolutely AMAZING and perfect sized cover for the area and it has helped me so much!!!!

***** UPDATE*****The company stood behind their guarantee after our discussion and my pictures ,which I posted. Thank you . I just had to change to my new sensor and will post about it when I see how it reacts with my skin. Hopefully the silicon patch will do much better.FixiC started out nice and helpful. Offered me a refund toward a silicone patch that I wanted to try. ( they sent it t PayPal) However, I had to change my sensor on Friday, 3/22/24, before they got back to me. So, I ordered a different patch to see if it would stay on. When i sent pictures of the allergic response I had on 3/23/24. I showed them what had happened and asked for help. I also asked for the “100% guaranteed refund” that is shown in the information when you purchase the item. You would have thought I asked for their first born child, blood and urine sample! Yes, I’m being facetious, but honest. Instead they said they had already sent me a refund for the patches I just purchased. They were never asked to give me another refund for the same item. Instead I got a long message pre-typed about how to prepare your arm, not what I asked for, How to put the patch on, not what I asked for, what to do if patch (totally waterproof) gets wet, not what I asked for, and finally a description of what to do if you experience some irritation, AGAIN NOT WHAT I ASKED FOR! As anyone with eyes can see no matter how there patch is made whether hypoallergenic or not, I have a painful itchy welt that wasn’t there, nor did I cause, before I wore their patch. Also, upon more research hidden down in the reviews, I apparently am not alone in the reaction I had to the product. I read so many reviews before I purchased these and I am very saddened and disappointed that the one thing I asked for, that is promised was simply a full refund which in their words was “ 100% guaranteed!” So BUYER BEWARE!

good value

Buena resistencia al agua y cómodos para usar

Al principio se ve con un pegamento muy débil pero la verdad es que funciona la a la perfección

Nice product . You must buy this .

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